Week at a Glance

Monday, September 29

• Day in Acknowledgement of Truth and Reconciliation Day + Orange Shirt Day

Tuesday, September 30

• No School- Truth and Reconciliation Day

Wednesday, October 1

• Have a Wonderful Wednesday!

Thursday, October 2

• Grade 1 Fall Walk, 8:30-11:15

Friday, October 3

• M/W Kinders

Upcoming Events:

• October 6 - M/W Kindergarten Autumn Walk
• October 7 - T/Th Kindergarten Autumn Walk
• October 8 - Picture Day: All grades & M/W Kinder
• October 9 - Picture Day: T/TH Kinder & any missed students
• October 10 - Thanksgiving Celebration @ 9:00 am (Lead by 3G)
• October 13 - No School: Thanksgiving Day

• October 14: Parent Council Meeting & Budget 12:30-1:30, 1:30-2:45

• October 15: WWJD Awards: M/W Kindergarten, Gr. 1, Gr. 2
• October 16: WWJD Awards: T/TH Kindergarten, Gr. 3, Gr. 4
• October 20 - No School: PD Day
• November 5 - Parent/Teacher Interviews 4 -7pm
• November 6 -Parent/Teacher Interviews 4-7pm
• November 6: Remembrance Day Celebration @ 9:00 am (Lead by 2MF)
• November 7-11 -No School: Fall Break
• November 13 -Picture Retake Day
• November 18 - Face to Face Ministry Retreat
• November 26: WWJD Awards: M/W Kindergarten, Gr. 1, Gr. 2
• November 27: WWJD Awards: T/Th Kindergarten, Gr. 3, Gr. 4
• November 28 -No School: PD Day

Schoology has been used to report student progress for the past several years in Kindergarten to Grade 4. We are excited to announce that we are moving away from Schoology. Results from our school division spring surveys indicated parents wanted a change! They reported that Schoology has been challenging to use, inefficient, time-consuming to navigate, and has hindered their ability to stay connected with their child's learning journey. Teachers have also experienced similar frustrations.

As a result, we are transitioning to PowerTeacher Pro which will be accessed through PowerSchool. Our teachers are currently receiving training on this new platform. We will send out information on how to log in to view your child's progress once teachers have had time to learn this new program.

We thank you for your patience as we learn this new system that we believe will better meet our school's needs.

Although we are enjoying beautiful fall weather, winter will be here before we know it. As a school, we ensure our practices are in alignment with our division’s Inclement Weather & Outdoor Air Quality Administrative Procedure.

Our full inclement weather procedures, including guidelines for cold temperatures, rainy days, and poor air quality, can be found on our school website: Inclement Weather Procedures. Please note that the threshold for indoor recess has changed from -20°C to -25°C (with or without windchill) to be in alignment with this new Administrative Procedure.

To ensure students can enjoy outdoor play safely, we ask parents to make sure children are always dressed appropriately for the weather. Warm clothing, proper footwear, and layering are essential during the colder months.

As we begin a new school year, a reminder that school fees are now due. Our school fees are as follows:

• All students: $40 School Activity Fee
• Grade 3 & 4 English students: $7 Agenda Fee

Parents can pay their fees using the instructions below:

Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools (RDCRS) is pleased to advise the RYCOR Online payments are accessible through the PowerSchool Parent Portal.

Methods of payment include Visa, Visa Debit, MasterCard and Debit Mastercard.

Please note: Interac Debit cards cannot be processed online at this time.

How do I use RYCOR Online Payments?

1. Visit our school’s website

2. Click on the sidebar link to access PowerSchool

3. Sign in using your PowerSchool Username and Password

4. Click on link, “School Fees and Forms”, located on the left hand side

5. Please follow the instructions provided on screen when you are taken to RYCOR. If you have any questions, please contact the office.

What if I don’t have a PowerSchool Account Yet?

1. Visit our school’s website

2. Click on the sidebar link to access PowerSchool

3. Click on Create Account -located beside the Sign in Tab

4. Complete the top portion with name, username, password and your email address

5. You will be asked for a “Net Access ID” and “Net Access Password” for at least one child registered with RDCRS

6. The ID and Password are specific to each individual student. (If you do not have these handy, please contact the school office for assistance.)

What if I have more than one child to pay fees for?

All students within the RDCRS division must be linked in your PowerSchool Parent Account in order for them to appear together under the online payment parent account. With a few simple mouse clicks, parents can view assessed fees, any outstanding balances, and pay for all of their children in a single transaction.

Will the school continue to accept school fee payments by cash?

1. Yes, however, it is our long-term goal to have all fees paid using RYCOR Online Payments. RYCOR will provide Parents/Guardians with the convenience and ease of making payments from the comfort of your home, 24hrs a day.

Thank you for your support in using RYCOR Online Payment! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the school office.

Throughout the school year, our students attend Mass at Our Lady of the Assumption Parish and take part in some events at École Mother Teresa School. To allow students to participate, all parents must complete the 2025–2026 Intown Transportation Consent Form.

Our first school Mass will take place at the church on September 12, so it is important that the consent form be completed beforehand. The form can be found online by following these steps:

1. Go to our school website.
2. Click on the PowerSchool link on the right hand side.
3. Click on School Fees and Forms on the left hand side.
4. Select your child's name under the "Students" tab.
5. Select "Due Now"
6. Complete form.

If you require any assistance, please contact our office.

Please note that ALL field trip forms will be completed online using this method moving forward.

Canadian Parents for French (AB + NWT) is hosting a French Family Fun weekend in beautiful Canmore, AB on October 17-19.

This event is perfect for families with children in FSL, French Immersion, or Francophone schools who want to connect with other like-minded families while enjoying a weekend immersed in French language and culture.

Why Attend?

• Language immersion beyond the classroom: Let your children practice and expand their French in fun, real-world contexts.

• Community & connection: Build friendships, engage with supporting families, and strengthen the CPF network in a relaxed setting.

• Multi-generational fun: Activities are designed for kids (K–12), youth monitors (12–18), parents, and families as a whole.

For more information and to register, visit the following link: Canadian Parents for French website